Paul RobbinsDirector, Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Eighth Annual Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference

Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Monona Terrace Community
and Convention Center

We've entered a new geologic epoch called the Anthropocene -- "the age of humans" -- requiring new strategies for conservation and prosperity. Earth: To Be Determined explored challenges and opportunities presented by rapid, large-scale changes in the global environment, including implications for energy and climate, human health, natural resources, the economy, urban development, the demographics of the environmental movement and more.

British science fiction author China Miéville, and leading ecologists Erle Ellis and Kevin Noone were among the featured speakers, along with Nelson Institute director Paul Robbins and others.

The all-day event on April 22 included exhibits, student and alumni awards, and panel discussions on a variety of topics.

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